What is the cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

The cheapest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

The fastest way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Elk Grove and San Rafael?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk Grove station to San Rafael. However, there are services departing from Sacramento Bus Station and arriving at San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

The distance between Elk Grove and San Rafael is 126 miles. The road distance is 97.1 miles.

How do I travel from Elk Grove to San Rafael without a car?

The best way to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael without a car is to bus and line 101 bus which takes 4h 4m and costs $80 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk Grove to San Rafael bus from?

Elk Grove to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Sacramento Bus Station.

Where does the Elk Grove to San Rafael bus arrive?

Elk Grove to San Rafael bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at San Francisco Bus Station.

Can I drive from Elk Grove to San Rafael?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk Grove to San Rafael is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Elk Grove to San Rafael.

Where can I stay near San Rafael?

There are 458+ hotels available in San Rafael.

Elk Grove to San Rafael - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 101 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Elk Grove to San Rafael by bus (Greyhound), tram, train, bus, or car

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Bus, line 101 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to San Francisco Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0870
2. Take the bus from Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform Bbus 101 / ...
4h 4m
$81–108
Drive 96.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elk Grove to San Rafaelcar 96.6 mi
1h 43m
$18–26
Tram, train, line 580 bus
1. Take the tram from CRC Station to 8th & O Stationtram
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Richmondtrain
3. Take the bus from El Cerrito del Norte BART Station to Andersen Dr & Francisco Blvd Wbus 580
4h 23m
$57–90

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Distance: 125.7 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Elk Grove, CA, USA and San Rafael, CA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Elk Grove to San Rafael Transit Center-Platform B via Sacramento Bus Station, San Francisco Bus Station, and Salesforce Transit Center-Bus Plaza Bay A in around 4h 4m.

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